Data Fundamentals for Cybersec

Course Description

The principles of data security are introduced. Students will learn how to protect data in transit and at rest. The technical aspects of implementing encryption, authentication, and access control to protect data will be covered along with the development and implementation of associated policy. Basic database security concepts and guidelines will be covered.

Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate methods for encrypting data in transit and at rest.
  • Describe basic methods for implementing database security.
  • Examine methods for implementing access controls to meet cybersecurity policy requirements.
  • Examine the tools and methods for implementing system authentication.

Prerequisites

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